The Flash: Rebirth #[nn]
In "Lightning Strikes Twice," Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver deliver a pivotal moment in The Flash: Rebirth, as Professor Zoom confronts Barry Allen with the full weight of his past, revealing his role in the death of Nora Allen. When Jai's powers spiral out of control, Irey steps in—touching her brother and absorbing his speed, leading her to embrace the legacy of Impulse. The issue's bold storytelling and dynamic art by Van Sciver, with colors by Dustin Yee and Brian Miller, set the stage for a new chapter in the Flash mythos.
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Professor Zoom takes responsiblity for all the bad things that happened to Barry growing up, including killing Nora Allen. When Jai's powers go out of control, Irey touches her brother and ends up absorbing all his powers. She decides to take up the codename of Impulse.
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